Spring into Action: Cleanups, Celebrations, and Creativity

In This Issue of Patchogue Live Local

 ^🌎Join the Great Brookhaven Cleanup

👠 Celebrating Excellence

🖼️ Discover More with Bayport-Blue Point Library

🏃 Local Sports Roundup

🎨 Paint the Great South Bay

 📆 List of Events in the Greater Patchogue Area!

Volunteerism

🌿 Join the Great Brookhaven Cleanup 2024! 🌍

Attention residents of Patchogue, East Patchogue, Bellport, Medford, Blue Point, and Bayport! Make a difference in our community by participating in the Great Brookhaven Cleanup on Saturday, May 18, 2024. This event is part of the Great American Cleanup, the nation’s largest organized cleanup, beautification, and community improvement program.

Over the past decade, Brookhaven has seen over 50,000 local volunteers join the nationwide effort, collecting more than 750 million pounds of litter and beautifying over 500,000 miles of our roads and waterways. This year, continue the tradition and help keep our community looking beautiful and clean.

👕 Free Goodies: All participants will receive free gloves, bags, and t-shirts.

📝 Sign Up: Don’t miss out on this opportunity to contribute to our hometown pride and environmental preservation. Sign up online to be a part of this impactful day!

Community Pride

Celebrating Excellence: Patchogue Honors Inspirational Women at 7th Annual Power in Heels Event

Patchogue is set to host the 7th Annual Power in Heels event, honoring remarkable women who have made significant contributions to their professions and the community. Scheduled for May 9 at the Sunset Harbor Club, this prestigious event celebrates female leaders who embody innovation, mentorship, and civic engagement.

This year's Power in Heels will shine a spotlight on women who live or work in Patchogue, showcasing those who have distinguished themselves through exceptional career achievements and active community involvement. Nominees are selected based on their leadership qualities, professional growth, and the impact they’ve made both in their fields and in the broader community.

As we await the announcement of this year’s honorees, the community is encouraged to attend the event to celebrate these outstanding women. Their stories of leadership, dedication, and service are set to make an evening that highlights the positive impact women can have in shaping both their industries and their communities. Join in on May 9 from 6 to 9 pm at the Sunset Harbor Club to honor and draw inspiration from these formidable leaders in our midst.

Local Programs

Discover More with Bayport-Blue Point Library's Museum Passes-

The Bayport-Blue Point Library’s program that brings the thrill of discovery right to your doorstep is the Museum Pass Reservation System. Designed to enhance cultural accessibility, the library provides free admission passes to a selection of New York’s most fascinating museums and venues.

Patrons can choose between two convenient options: Print-On-Demand, allowing you to print passes from home or at the library for use on the same day, and Pick-Up, where passes can be borrowed for up to three days from the Children’s Reference Desk.

The Print-On-Demand passes include entry to several engaging sites such as the vibrant Children’s Museum of the East End, the artistic treasures at the Heckscher Museum of Art, and the serene Old Westbury Gardens. Meanwhile, the Pick-Up passes offer a chance to explore the expansive Empire Pass parks, delve into the heroic stories at the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum, and connect with nature at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge.

This program is a fantastic way for individuals and families to explore, learn, and enjoy the rich cultural tapestry of the New York area. Don’t miss out on these amazing cultural opportunities! To reserve a museum pass or for more information, visit the library’s website or contact them at 631-363-6133 ext. 5. Whether you're a history buff, art enthusiast, or nature lover, the Bayport-Blue Point Library makes it easy to embark on new adventures.

Local Sport Results

Here's your local sports scores recap for 4/17:

Girls Lacrosse

Patchogue-Medford 8, Bay Shore 11

Baseball

Bayport-Blue Pt 19, Elwood/J Glenn 0

Girls Golf

Patchogue-Medford 7.5, Connetquot 1.5

Boys Track

Bellport 74, Smithtown West 66

Girls Track

Bellport 79, Smithtown West 70

Boys Lacrosse

Bayport-Blue Pt 11, East Islip 8

Bellport 10, Port Jefferson 15

Softball

Bellport 1, Comsewogue 8

Boys Badminton

Patchogue-Medford 9, Huntington 0

Girls Badminton

Patchogue-Medford 7, Huntington 2

Girls Flag Football

Patchogue-Medford 20, Longwood 20

Boys Tennis

Patchogue-Medford 7, Middle Country 0

That's all from yesterday's exciting matches! Stay tuned for more updates on your local sports teams!

The Arts

"Paint the Great South Bay 2024": A Celebration of Art and Community

The community and artists alike are gearing up for a showcase of talent and nature at the "Paint the Great South Bay 2024" event. Organized by the Patchogue Arts Council (PAC), this annual event offers local and visiting artists the opportunity to capture the scenic vistas of the Great South Bay en plein air, a method of painting outdoors that directly engages with the environment.

Registration for the event is now open, welcoming all artists to participate in this enriching experience. The painting period, set from May 24 to June 7, 2024, promises two weeks of artistic exploration and connection with nature. Following the painting phase, the works will be exhibited from June 9 to June 23, 2024, allowing the public to view and purchase original artworks that vividly depict local landscapes.

A special highlight of the event is the closing reception on June 23, 2024, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, featuring guest juror Jim Minet. The reception will not only showcase the stunning collection of plein air pieces but will also honor the artists with cash prizes and additional awards provided by Silver Brush Limited, this year’s generous sponsor.

For registration and more information visit

Upcoming Local Events

April 19th

• The 90's Band and O El Amor at 89 North Music Venue, 89 N Ocean Ave, 7 PM

• An Evening with Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall at Patchogue Theatre, 71 E. Main St., 8 PM

• Lonna & Dave Acoustic Duo at The Oar 264 West Ave, 6:30 PM

April 20th

• CLUE - The Movie at Patchogue Theatre, 71 E. Main St., 8 PM

• Lighter Side at The Oar 264 West Ave, 7 PM

• Afternoon Board Games at Patchogue-Medford Library, East Main Street, 12 PM

• Shakedown Main Street at Blue Point Brewing, 2 PM

• Wildflower Seed Bombs at Patchogue Medford Library, 54-60 E Main St, 2:30 PM

• Saturday Morning Run with Patchogue Run Club at Shorefront Park 49 Smith St, 8 AM

April 24th

• PEACEout Workshop: Personalized Dreamtime Life-scapes at PAC • MOCA L.I. 20 Terry Street, 6:30 PM

• Learning to Look EARTH WORKS at MoCA L.I. | 20 Terry Street, 6:30 PM

April 25th

• Rich Mahogany at The Oar 264 West Ave, 7 PM

April 26th

• The Rascals at Patchogue Theatre, 71 E. Main St., 8 PM

• KJ Acoustic at 264 West Ave, 7 PM

• Deanna Hudson at Virgola, 5 Village Green Way, 7 PM

April 27th

• Emo Orchestra featuring Escape The Fate at Patchogue Theatre, 71 E. Main St., 8 PM

• Con & Ed Acoustic Duo at The Oar 264 West Ave, 7 PM

• Hempfest at Dublin Deck, 3 PM

April 28th

• Al Di Meola at Patchogue Theatre, 71 E. Main St., 7 PM

• Support our Vets -Charity Event at Daisy's Nashville 22 W Main St Ste #11, 2 PM

• Bartenders BBQ and Bar Olympics at Dublin Deck Tiki Bar and Grill 325 River Ave, 2 PM

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